Disabilities Assessments

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 March 2023

Tuesday, 28 March 2023

Questions (495)

Cian O'Callaghan

Question:

495. Deputy Cian O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the pathways in place for adults to access an assessment for autism spectrum disorder through the HSE; his plans to increase capacity for adults seeking an ASD assessment through the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14673/23]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth

As this question refers to service matters, I have asked the Health Service Executive (HSE) to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.